Doran Regional Park is situated along a narrow point of land at the mouth of Bodega Bay Harbor. The park features a 2-mile long sandy beach popular for picnicking, strolling, surf fishing, kite flying, and sand castle building. A boat launch facing the harbor is also found in the park. The ocean along the Sonoma coast is considered too dangerous for wading or swimming, although some people wade at their own risk at south-facing Doran Beach where the waves are usually mild. The water is cold.
Doran Regional Park Campgrounds are arranged in a number of areas known as Jerry, Miwok, Cove, Gull and Shell. In all, there are 132 campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents, along with a tent campground, a Hike & Bike campsite, and a Group Camp. Of the campsites at Doran Regional Park Campgrounds, 112 may be reserved; the others are first-come, first-served. The area can be cold and windy. And be aware that the fog horn sounds regularly.
| Doran Regional Park Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Dorgan Regional Park Campgrounds Location: | 201 Doran Beach Road, Bodega Bay |
| Elevation: | feet |
| Mileage from gateway cities: | San Francisco- 67 miles
Santa Rosa - 36 miles |
| Number of Sites: | 132 |
| Camping Season: | Open year-round |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 1 vehicle and 1 towed vehicle ($7 per night for additional vehicle if space allows) |
| Pets: | on leash, always attended, $2 per pet per night |
| Operated by: | Sonoma County Parks |
| Doran Regional Park Information | (707) 875-3540 |
| Reservations at Doran Regional Park Campgrounds | |
|---|---|
| Reservations required: | Reservations for Doran Regional Park Campgrounds are available year-round, up to a year in advance. |
| Maximum RV/trailer Length: | None designated |
| Wheelchair accessible Sites: | #50, 60, 82, 115, 119, and tent site A |
| Fees: | $37 per night May 1 - November 30, $35 during off-season
Sonoma County residents receive a $2 discount per night |
| Campground Map: | Doran Regional Park Campgrounds Map |
| Reservations: | Doran Regional Park Campgrounds Reservations
$9.50 reservations fee |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, check-out Noon |
| Doran Regional Park Campgrounds Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, some with portable toilets, tap water |
| Showers: | Yes, coin operated |
| Dump station: | Yes |
| Attractions near Doran Regional Park Campgrounds: | Enjoy Doran Beach. Use the launch ramp and fish cleaning station. Visit nearby Bodega Head. Head north to Wright's Beach, the Kortum Trail, Duncan's Landing, and Schoolhouse Beach. Find scenic Arched Rock Beach, Shell Beach, Goat Rock, and Goat Rock Beach. Explore the Russian River. Spend time in Jenner and in Bodega Bay. Use WaterTreks EcoTours guided kayak tours and kayak rentals for use on the Russian River. For gold try The Links at Bodega Harbour. |
Doran Regional Park Group Campground
Doran Regional Park has one group campground for up to 75 people. The site is for tents only; RVs and trailers are not allowed. The camping fee includes 10 vehicles. The campsite and restrooms are wheelchair accessible.
Fee: $225 per night
Reservations: (707) 565-2267 or in person at Regional Parks' main office, 2300 County Center Drive, Suite 120A, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservation website, check to be sure your vehicles will fit in the parking space for your campsite.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Doran Regional Park Campground
The Sonoma Coast has a string of beautiful little beaches interspersed with rocky points. Among them are some of the most popular coastal towns in the area. Campers at Doran Regional Park Campgrounds have the whole Bodega Bay area to explore.
Check Sonoma County Parks - Doran Regional Park for any campground updates.
